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Pension Plan Revisions

We are announcing revisions to our pension plans and
related benefits. These revisions will maintain the overall value of the benefits provided and will offer greater flexibility, consistency, and simplicity.

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Pension Plan Revisions

We are announcing revisions to our pension plans and
related benefits. These revisions will maintain the overall value of the benefits provided and will offer greater flexibility, consistency, and simplicity.

Your Role as a Healthcare Consumer

Today we recognize that the quality of healthcare improves and outcomes are better when you actively participate in your care. That means asking questions and taking an active role in decisions, such as what health plan to choose, adopting a healthy diet and exercise regime, and managing the treatment you receive when medical care is required.

However, when you or a family member are undergoing medical procedures, you may not know the questions to ask the doctor. Or, you may need some assistance in selecting a physician. Following is a list of suggested questions to help you select a doctor and questions to ask during treatment. They’ll help you gain a better understanding of the situation and the treatment that is being recommended, so you can partner with your doctor in making decisions that impact your health.

What You Should Ask

It’s important that you select a doctor who has the knowledge and clinical experience that you need, is certified, and makes you feel comfortable. Some questions to consider when selecting a physician are:

Does the doctor accept Medicare and, especially, Medicare assignment (the doctor accepts the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full on all Medicare claims)?

Do you prefer a male or female doctor?

How many doctors are in the practice? Are you comfortable seeing other doctors if your primary doctor is not available?

At which local hospital does the doctor have admitting privileges? Are you comfortable being treated at that hospital?

Is the doctor’s office easy for you to access?

How long do you need to wait for an appointment?

Does the doctor take the time to listen to your concerns and explain your condition and treatment clearly?

Is it easy to ask follow-up questions after an appointment? Does the doctor or staff respond quickly to questions?

Does the doctor offer email access for non-emergency questions?

Is the staff friendly and interested in you?

Don’t be afraid to ask for an “interview” appointment. It’s important that you are comfortable and feel that the doctor will work with you, address your concerns and provide you with the best possible healthcare. You may need to pay for a cost share or fee for this appointment, but it will provide you with valuable information when selecting a physician.

Call (866) 695-8622, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 9:00PM ET. Staff is available for assistance after hours and during weekends for issues that need to be addressed during non-business hours.

Health benefits are offered through plans maintained by Church Pension Group Services Corporation (doing business as The Episcopal Church Medical Trust), 19 East 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Unless otherwise noted, websites referenced herein that are outside the www.cpg.org domain are not associated with The Church Pension Fund and its affiliates (collectively, the Church Pension Group) and the Church Pension Group is not responsible for the content of any such websites.